Cloud computing changed the way businesses operate. Instead of managing physical servers, companies could rent computing power, storage, and networking from centralized hyperscale data centers. This model fueled the growth of SaaS, streaming platforms, AI services, and global e-commerce. But the digital world has evolved. Billions of connected devices now generate real-time data. Applications like autonomous vehicles, industrial robotics, and augmented reality demand ultra-low latency. Sending every byte of information to a distant cloud server is no longer efficient. That’s where edge computing comes in. Edge computing processes data closer to where it is created — at the “edge” of the network. Rather than replacing the cloud, it complements and extends it. Together, edge and cloud are reshaping digital infrastructure. Below is a detailed exploration of how edge computing works, why it’s rising so quickly, and how it is transforming the cloud industry — with freely available image...